A new profession takes seed
http://www.foresthistory.org/Education/Curriculum/Activity/activ5/activity5.htm
In this lesson from the Forest History Society in Durham, North Carolina, students study the origination and development of the Forest Service, a classic example of Progressive Era idealism. Students will examine the changing responsibilities and roles of foresters during the 20th century through present-day and also will reflect upon the evolution of forestry as a profession.
Students will:
- understand how the Progressive Movement addressed the impact of industrial capitalism on trees and forests;
- describe the role of institutions in furthering both continuity and change; and
- analyze and explain ideas and governmental mechanisms to meet needs and wants of citizens, regulate territory, manage conflict, and establish order and security.
Visit the Forest History Society’s Education Table of Contents for other modules in this series.
